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Connecticut Marijuana Laws
In Connecticut, the state has not decriminalized marijuana, and actually, has enacted mandatory minimum sentencing for certain marijuana violations. The state routinely arrests over 7,000 people a year for marijuana offenses, and although the productions of marijuana is low in Connecticut comparatively- with DEA estimates putting production at around 7,000 pounds annually with a street value in upwards of $57 million, the state still actively pursues marijuana offenders.
Medical Marijuana Users
Connecticut currently has no medical laws for users, although legislation was introduced and nearly adopted this past spring, losing only due to a filibuster even though it had the votes to pass, and 58% of residents voted to legalize medical marijuana. It is believed that very soon, medical marijuana will become legal in Connecticut.
Non-Medical Users:
Connecticut classifies all users as non-medical users. Additionally, Connecticut operates a tax stamp program, which states that all people in possession of 42.5 grams or more must pay a state tax of $3.50 per gram or face additional penalties, which include 200% of the tax, up to a $10,000 fine, and 6 years in prison. The tax stamp is a way for states to add additional penalties to marijuana users, as marijuana, taxed or not, is still illegal to possess in Connecticut. In addition, users in the state face additional harsh charges in the form of mandatory minimums, which force judges to assign certain sentences with certain lengths, regardless of any other factors in the case.
Penalties for Marijuana Use and Possession in Connecticut:
|
Usable Amount, for the first offense |
Misdemeanor |
Penalties include up to 1 year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000 |
|
Usable Amount, for every offense after |
Felony |
Penalties include up to 5 years of jail time and fines up to $3,000 |
|
Possession of 4 oz or more on a first offense |
Felony |
Penalties include up to 5 years of jail time and fines of up to $2,000 |
|
Possession of 4 oz or more, second offense or more |
Felony |
Penalties include up to 10 years of jail time and fines of up to $5,000 |
|
Possession within 1,500 feet of a school |
Felony |
This penalty carries a Mandatory Minimum sentence of 2 years |
Penalties for Selling and Growing:
|
Any Amount |
Felony |
The penalty is up to 7 years of jail time and a $25,000 fine |
|
Sale to a minor |
Felony |
The penalty is a Mandatory Minimum sentence of no less than 3 years |
|
Sale within 1,500 feet of a school, public housing or daycare |
Felony |
The penalty is a Mandatory Minimum sentence of no less than 3 years of jail time |
Paraphernalia:
|
Possession |
Misdemeanor |
Penalties include up to 3 months in jail and a $500 fine |
|
Possession within 1,500 feet of a school |
Felony |
Penalties include a Mandatory Minimum sentence of 1 year in jail |
Penalties for Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana (DUID)
Connecticut has no DUID or driving under the influence of Marijuana laws.
Legal Help with a Marijuana Offense
The charges for being caught on a marijuana-related issue are severe in Connecticut, due in part to the Mandatory Minimum sentencing. This makes it crucial to contact a marijuana attorney immediately if you are facing such a charge, as you need someone with vast experience to work on your side and protect your rights under the law. A marijuana lawyer will work all angles to give you the best outcome possible given you case, and will explore all options, be it a plea bargain or even the potential for a dismissal (in a select few cases).